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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JULY 2019 PUBLISHER

Mark Andrea | mark.andrea@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Amanda Stout | amanda.stout@lifestylepubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Time for an Adventure

Alex Lisa, Jonathan Stout, Amanda Stout, Karen Andrea, Gregory Davis, D.D.S. CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Len Kaltman-West Chester Photography, Remember When Portraits

SUMMER IS MADE FOR EXPLORATION. Without the busyness of the school year, we have the time to hit the road and discover something new.

I remember cramming into the back seat with my siblings as our family traveled to the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Of course, there were moments of annoyance and the inevitable invasion of each other’s space, but what I recall most of all was the fun we had singing to the radio, playing car games and mastering Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Game Boy. For many, it’s the destination that makes the trip. But for others, like local dentist Gregory Davis, it is the journey that creates the adventure. Come along and enjoy the ride as he details a favorite trip in his classic 1948 Hudson Commodore featured on our cover.

For fun closer to home, this issue includes information about concerts and events happening right here in our community. Before or after your activities, be sure to head to Frutta Bowls and enjoy something both healthy and delicious like the Bermuda Bowl featured in this month’s Culinary Creations.

This summer may be bringing big changes for your family. If you are thinking about

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shares simple and effective upgrades to get your home prepped for the market.

Publishing this magazine has highlighted how important great partnerships are.

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One partnership making a difference and connecting communities is the Annual

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

West Chester Hospital Fall Classic Golf Outing featuring the Mason Deerfield

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

(MADE) Chamber’s "Taste of MADE." We sat down with event organizers to learn more about their mission, plans for a fun day on the links and how businesses and individuals can get involved.

There are so many things to do and ways to get involved this summer. No matter where

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your adventure takes you, whether it is your favorite spot at home, in the passenger seat on a road trip, or poolside on vacation, we hope you enjoy the summer issue of Mason & Deerfield Lifestyle.

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FEATURES 16 Simple Home Upgrades An Experienced Realtor Shares her Insights for Preparing Your Home for Sale

24 Hudson on the Highway Gregory Davis, D.D.S. Shares his Classic Car and Road Trip Adventures

28 Golfing for Good Hit the Links for a Purpose at the West Chester Hospital Fall Classic Golf Outing

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32 Fresh for Summer Think Healthy with Frutta Bowls this Summer and Beyond

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Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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24 Road Trip 28 Giving Back 32 Culinary Creations 34 Lifestyle Calendar

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Brews in the Burbs The Lakota Optimist Club in collaboration with BC's Bottlelodge, Sonder Brewing and Crossroads Mason hosted the Second Annual Brews in the Burbs this spring in Mason. The event highlighted 30-plus of the region's best craft breweries with proceeds supporting Cincinnati Children's Hospital Camp NJoyItAll, a week-long, overnight summer camp experience for patients with cancer, blood diseases and immune disorders.

Adrenaline Entertainment Park Celebrates First Anniversary The Mason Deerfield Chamber celebrated Adrenaline Entertainment Center’s (AEC) first anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony at its facility located at 4786 Fields Ertel Road. The Arkansas-based franchise’s 29,000-square-foot center provides high-energy fun with its indoor trampoline park, arcade, concession stand and designated birthday party zone. PHOTOGRAPHY BY AMANDA OLTMAN

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AROUND TOWN

SAYING GOODBYE TO WESTERN ROW ELEMENTARY

ACTING UP HOLDS ANNUAL SENIOR SPOTLIGHT DINNER

Mason City Schools students and staff said a

Acting Up Young Performers Community Theatre

final goodbye to the school that served the com-

recently celebrated its graduating seniors at the 13th

munity's children so well since 1962. The 2018-

Annual Senior Spotlight Dinner. The graduating per-

19 school year was Western Row Elementary’s

formers and crew were toasted and roasted by all of

last year educating Mason City Schools stu-

their directors, and posters were displayed that rep-

dents. Closing Western Row saves approximately

resented each of their musical performances with

$500,000 in operating costs annually and $14 mil-

Acting Up. The annual Spotlight Scholarship was

lion in capital investments that would be needed

awarded to Amy Lacey. Many of these seniors are

to bring it up to Ohio Facilities Construction

going on to major in musical theater in college and

Commission standards. The closure is part of the

performed in the Acting Up musical revue, The

district's Master Facilities Plan that places 10,500

Lighter Side of Broadway, in June. ActingUp.com

students in five schools located in four buildings.

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BB4K PLANS BUBBLE BLAST 5K FOR AUGUST Come run, walk and play in the bubbles for the 2019 Building Blocks for Kids Bubble Blast 5K at Corwin Nixon Park in Mason. This family-friendly fundraiser will feature food, music, a vendor fair, dancing, a bubble pit and much more. Register by Aug. 1 with a team of 15 or more, and pick your own team shirt color. On the day of the event, registration begins at 8:30 a.m., and the Bubble Blast starts at 10 a.m. The cost is $40 for adults, $25 for children

childhood cancer. Amy and Mike Paribello started

5–17 and free for kids under 5. Prizes will be awarded

the event 13 years ago in memory of their daughter,

for the largest team and biggest fundraisers. BB4K

Hanna, who passed away from childhood cancer.

provides grants to meet the needs of kids who have

The morning began with a 5K, won this year by

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Jason Riegelsberger and Erika Stansberry. After

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RENOVATE & REFINE

AN EXPERIENCED REALTOR SHARES HER INSIGHTS FOR PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR SALE

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TIFFANY ALLEN-ZEUCH IS A LIFELONG RESIDENT OF THE WEST CHESTER-MASON AREA, THE EXECUTIVE SALES VICE PRESIDENT AT SIBCY CLINE REALTORS AND HAS BEEN A LICENSED REALTOR SINCE 2002. In her years of experience, she has found that simple updates are essential for prepping a home for sale.

“Homes with fresh paint and carpets look more put-together and cleaner,” Tiffany says. “Gray and beige color tones help neutralize the home and bring it up to date.”

As for easy ways to stage, Tiffany suggests changing out lamps and accent pillows to items purchased from stores like Target and Pottery Barn.

They have styles that appeal to the masses. Pendant lighting or chandeliers in kitchens and dining areas are also good ideas.

Staging, however, is not always the best plan for every home.

“Depending on the floor plan, price range, etc., it is sometimes OK to have a vacant house versus one that is furnished, especially for the homeowner who has outdated furniture or is on a budget and doesn’t want to spend money renting furniture.”

Ultimately, Tiffany says every house must be approached uniquely. Start by engaging an agent two months before putting your home on the market.

“The agent can guide you to what are the best upgrades for your home,” she says.

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SOUNDS OF SUMMER

BACK STAGE

ENJOY LIVE MUSIC FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY THIS SUMMER IN MASON AND DEERFIELD

ARTICLE JONATHAN STOUT | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

SUMMER IS THE TIME WHEN EVERYONE FEELS LIKE SOAK-

Music in Mason concerts will be held throughout July and August at the

ING UP THE SUN AND BEING SOCIAL. Plus, families are on

Mason Downtown Plaza and the CourseView Restaurant.

the lookout for new activities to occupy everyone during summer

Every Wednesday in July, Deerfield Towne Center will be hosting

vacation. Don’t worry! This season, Mason and Deerfield have

the Kid-Friendly Concert series on the outdoor stage. This series

you covered with Red, Rhythm and Boom, Music in Mason, the

will feature some of the best children’s entertainers from the region

Kid-Friendly Concert series and Kidchella.

and provide opportunities for both children and adults to join in

July will truly be a month of music in Mason and Deerfield, kicking off on July 3 with the annual Red, Rhythm and Boom celebration. This year, the festival will feature national touring acts Daughtry and Echosmith.

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on the fun. If your family enjoys these concerts, make sure to also check out the Kidchella music festival at Cottell Park Aug. 11.

Take advantage of these great outdoor music festivities this summer!

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the bands MICHAEL CHRISTOPHER

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Hometown: Pittsburgh, Pa. Appearing: July 19 at Mason Downtown Plaza Genre: Country/Rock Michael Christopher crafts country-rock in the contemporary spirit of Dierks Bentley, Toby Kieth, Kenny Chesney and Jason Aldean. “We play all over the map at every event imaginable, but this is our type of show,” Christopher says of the Music in Mason concert series. “We feed off the audience and what they want. If they want Johnny Cash, we’ll play Johnny Cash. If they want Garth Brooks or Luke Bryan, we can play it all. We love what we do, and we can’t wait to bring the party to Mason!”

THE SHAZZBOTS Hometown: Columbus, Ohio

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Appearing: July 24 at Deerfield Towne Center Genre: Children’s Rock The Shazzbots offer a unique children’s musical experience. “We play upbeat original music of all styles and encourage the kiddos (and parents) to dance and clap and stomp,” says bandleader Ian Hummel, aka “Captain Captain.” The Shazzbots are known for their three-time Emmy award-winning TV show and a unique live show including puppets, elaborate stage designs and matching jumpsuits. Hot off the release of their newest album, Lightspeed!, the Shazzbots will be performing as part of the Kid-Friendly Concert Series.

SCOTTY BRATCHER Hometown: Middletown, Ohio

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Appearing: July 26 at Mason Downtown Plaza Genre: Blues/Rock Scotty Bratcher began playing guitar at the tender age of 2 and has never looked back. Taking early inspiration from guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughn, Scotty’s music is steeped in the sound of vintage electric blues. “Some of the greatest music that ever happened was in the ‘60s and ‘70s,” he says.”

As a writer and a guitar player, that’s what I pull from.” Though Scotty is still a young musician in the early stages of his career, he has already shared the stage with an impressive list of artists including Blue Oyster Cult, Buddy Guy, Foghat, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Joe Bonamassa and many others.

ZAK MORGAN

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Hometown: Cincinnati, Ohio Appearing: July 31 at Deerfield Towne Center and Aug. 11 at Cottell Park Genre: Children’s Singer-Songwriter Grammy-nominated artist Zak Morgan offers unique storytelling and wordplay to audiences young and old. His interactive live performances promote positivity and encourage children to read, imagine and believe in themselves. “I’m looking forward to returning to Kidchella and the Kid-Friendly Concert Series this summer,” Zak says. “I’ll be singing lots of fun, interactive songs, including new ones about firefighters and Fiona the hippo!”

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the calendar JULY 3, 4 P.M.

RED, RHYTHM AND BOOM

Mason Municipal Campus, 6000 Mason Montgomery Road Featuring carnival games, bounce houses, interactive inflatables, food vendors and live musical entertainment from Daughtry and Echosmith.

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JULY 19, 8 P.M.

KAYDEE AND THE WINGMEN

CourseView Restaurant at Mason Golf Center, 6042 Fairway Drive An evening of classic rock and folk styles.

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JULY 24, 10 AM

JULY 31, 10 A.M.

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JULY 26, 6 P.M.

DOWNTOWN BLOCK PARTY

Mason Downtown Plaza, 753 Reading Road This is the final summer concert at the Downtown Plaza, with entertainment from pop cover band Hi Fi Honey and blues guitarist Scotty Bratcher.

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AUG. 11, 1 P.M.

KIDCHELLA Cottell Park,

5847 Irwin Simpson Road An outside children’s music festival featuring crafts, food, shopping, giveaways and more. The featured performers at this year’s Kidchella include Zak Morgan and Jennifer Ellis.

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ROAD TRIP

Hudson on the Highway ARTICLE GREGORY DAVIS, D.D.S. PHOTOGRAPHY REMEMBER WHEN PORTRAITS AND PROVIDED

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LOCAL DENTIST TELLS THE STORY OF HOW HE STARTED COLLECTING AND TAKING HUDSON AUTOMOBILES OUT ON THE OPEN ROAD

IN THE EARLY YEARS AFTER MY DAD

dad’s heart. At the 11th hour, I placed a bid

RETURNED HOME TO TOLEDO FROM

and won. Even my wife, Lynn, would tell

WORLD WAR II, NEW CARS WERE IN

you today it was perhaps the best impulsive

VERY SHORT SUPPLY. When his girlfriend,

decision of my life.

my mom, got accepted to nursing school at

The Hudson was largely in original con-

the University of Cincinnati, he was faced

dition, as it had been sitting idle in Idaho

with a dilemma. He had been limping by with

for years. The team at Wildrick Hudson

his tired 1937 Chevy, but it was not going to

Restoration in Shelbyville, Indiana, went

be reliable enough to make regular weekend

through the car from front to back and top to

trips to Cincinnati.

Six Classic Car Road Trip Essentials 1. Essential fluids: Oil, anti-freeze/coolant

bottom. I was determined that it would not

2. Spare parts:

When he read that the local Hudson

only run properly but also be road-worthy so

Every classic car has notorious

dealership had cars available, he visited

that Lynn and I could set out across the

weak links.

and drove home in a brand-new, ruby red

country if we felt so inclined.

3. Basic tools

1948 Hudson Super Six! Over the next

I had never heard of the Great American

three years, Dad’s love for his girl and his

Mountain Rally when I stumbled upon a story

Hudson both deepened. My parents were

in a classic car magazine. The flag dropped

4. A fire extinguisher:

married in August 1953, and the ’48 Super

on the very first GAMR on Thanksgiving

Vintage electrical wiring

Six was the first of the six Hudsons they

Day 1953 and continued every November

is a fire hazard.

owned over the years.

through 1957. The rally typically featured

In October 2015, I fell victim to a moment

challenging, snowy weather through New

of impulsivity. I made the mistake of typ-

York’s

ing “Hudson” into the eBay search bar.

White and Vermont’s Green Mountains.

Adirondack,

New

Hampshire’s

Moments later, I stumbled onto a listing for a

But the story was about more than his-

handsome, black 1948 Hudson Commodore.

tory; it was also to announce the revival of

I became obsessed with the awareness that

the GAMR! Automotive rally teams from

this was the car that had first captured my

around the world were invited to gather in

5. A reliable, inflated spare tire with functional jack.

6. A camera to document your road trip smiles.

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ROAD TRIP

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North Salem, New York, for the 2018 Great American Mountain Rally Revival. The European-style endurance run would challenge drivers and navigators across three days and 700 miles of New England’s mountain roads. We accepted the invitation.

In the end, it was a road trip for the ages.

We drove the Hudson from Maineville, Ohio, to North Salem, New York. In just three days, a group of 13 teams became good friends.

Everyone was thrilled with their experience and the varied roads selected by the rally-masters. And we drove back home to Maineville with second-place trophies resting on the back seat.

The entire road trip registered exactly 2,300 miles on our odometer. It was a uniquely challenging yet satisfying adventure, all taken in from the front seat of a 70-year-old Hudson. Our Hudson somehow transported Lynn and me into the past, present and future all within the confines of the same journey. In short, this road trip was more than just a drive;Â it was a great gift.

Dust off your classic, my friends. Go places!

Do things! Smile!

Greg's parents before they were married with his dad's original Hudson Super Six.

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GIVING BACK

golfing for good HIT THE LINKS FOR FUN AND PURPOSE AT THE WEST CHESTER HOSPITAL FALL CLASSIC GOLF OUTING

GOLF OUTINGS ARE PLENTIFUL THIS TIME OF

A portion of the proceeds will provide schol-

YEAR, BUT NONE ARE QUITE LIKE THE ANNUAL

arships for two area students to further their

WEST CHESTER HOSPITAL FALL CLASSIC GOLF

training in the health care field. Additional funds

OUTING FEATURING THE MASON DEERFIELD

raised will support hospital enhancements that

CHAMBER’S “TASTE OF MADE.” It’s so much

directly affect patient services such as purchasing

more than a typical golf outing: there is fun at every

cutting-edge equipment.

hole, including gourmet appetizers and beverages

“The impact is monumental. It crosses so many

provided by local restaurants, friendly competitions

different groups. There’s not just one beneficiary. It

supporting local nonprofits and unexpected activi-

is truly a partnership event,” Sherry says. “The busi-

ties like golf-ball-shooting cannons.

nesses, restaurants and nonprofits participating,

“You never know what’s waiting for you at the

the scholarship recipients, the hospital and all four

next hole,” says Tom Daskalakis, chief administra-

communities benefit from this collaborative event.”

tive officer of UC Health’s West Chester Hospital

The City of Mason Golf Center is the location

and board chair of MADE Chamber. “Golfers and

for the Sept. 27 event, which runs from 8 a.m.–4

non-golfers alike get involved in this event. It isn’t

p.m. The Golf Center has earned recognition as

stuffy; it’s a really fun event!” Tom adds.

one of the region’s premier courses. The outing

In its eighth year, the golf outing has grown not

includes breakfast, an 18-hole shotgun start, the

only by adding golfers but also by expanding the

“Taste of MADE” featuring gourmet bites and cold

scope and participation of its community partners.

beverages throughout the course, contests, prizes

“Businesses and nonprofits from West Chester,

and an afternoon awards ceremony and reception

Liberty Township, Mason and Deerfield Township

with heavy hors d’ oeuvres.

come together and collaborate to benefit all the communities. People love to see these types of

Join the fun and the cause by registering online at

cooperative initiatives,” says Sherry Taylor, MADE

Foundation.UC.edu/2019WCHGolfOuting by Sept. 13.

Chamber president and CEO.

For sponsorship, registration information and ques-

Reinvesting in the community is the golf outing’s ultimate goal.

tions, please contact Allison Brucato at 513.556.6260 or stepanak@ucmail.uc.edu. Sponsors, businesses,

“We are a community entity that serves our

restaurants and nonprofits that would like to participate

region, so the benefits should be shared among

in the “Taste of MADE” should contact Amanda Oltman

the communities we serve,” Tom says.

at 513.336.0125 or aoltman@madechamber.org.

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JULY

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

2–31

6–27

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REGAL SUMMER MOVIE EXPRESS

FREE YOGA IN THE PARK

The Regal Summer Movie Express will

Deerfield Recreation has partnered

CONTEMPORARY VISIONS EXHIBIT

feature $1 kid movies every Tuesday

with Body Alive Fitness to pro-

The

and Wednesday morning through the

vide free yoga at Cottell Park on

Community College – Mason are

summer at Regal Cinemas at Deerfield

Saturdays through Sept. 28 from 10–11

pleased

Towne Center. Movies begin at 10 a.m.

a.m. Body Alive operates a Deerfield

ful work of artist Bonita Williams

Start July with Despicable Me July

studio where they provide a hot yoga

Goldberg in her one-woman exhibit

2 and Dr. Seuss' The Grinch July

program among other fitness classes.

entitled Contemporary Visions. This

3. A portion of the proceeds to

In July, yoga will be held on Soccer

exhibition will feature more than 25 of

benefit the Will Rogers Institute.

Field #1 near the large playground.

Bonita's original works. The commu-

RegMovies.com

DeerfieldRec.com

nity is invited to the opening event from

Regal Deerfield Towne Center

Cottell Park

Sinclair Community College

Arts to

Alliance present

and Sinclair the

beauti-

5–7 p.m. This exhibit will continue until

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JUL 11, 18, 25 AND AUG 1

Sept. 30. The-Arts-Alliance.org

TWEEN/TEEN MOVIES AT THE LIBRARY

MOVIE IN THE PARK: BUMBLEBEE

Mason Public Library

Enjoy giant versions of your favorite

Echosmith along with a carnival, a

Beat the summer heat with movies

board games, then sit back and relax

kids zone, food and Rozzi’s Famous

geared toward tweens and teens at

for the movie Bumblebee under the

Fireworks. There will also be a veteran

Mason Public Library. Seating begins

stars. Bring your own chairs, blankets,

and active military tribute to mark the

at noon, and movies will end around 3

snacks and goodies for this free com-

100th anniversary of the establish-

p.m. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.1 will

munity event. Arrive before the movie

ment of the American Legion. The

be shown July 11, and movies will con-

starts for giant versions of checkers,

event is free with first come, first serve

tinue every Thursday through Aug. 1.

Connect 4, Twister and more. The

lawn seating. ImagineMason.org

The event is free, and no pre-registra-

movie begins at 9 p.m., and Kona Ice

tion is required. MasonPL.org

will be on-site. DeerfieldRec.com

12, 14

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PERFORMING ARTS SERIES

MASON TRI-UMPHANT TRIATHLON

Enjoy a Fourth of July celebra-

Deerfield Township and the Arts

and Corwin M. Nixon Park

tion throughout the City of Loveland's

Alliance have partnered to bring a

The City of Mason will host a race

downtown district. The fun begins

Performing Arts Series to the com-

perfect for anyone new to triathlons.

in Nisbet Park with the Kid Zone at

munity, held outside on the lawn at

Women's and men's events begin

4 p.m. The parade starts at 7 p.m.

Cottell Park. The Comet Bluegrass

with a 400-meter pool swim or a

at Loveland Elementary. Check out

All-Stars will perform on July 12, and

5K run followed by a 20K bike ride

concerts in a variety of locations and

the Cincinnati Brass Band will per-

and closing with a 5K run in Pine Hill

restaurants and food trucks offer-

form on July 14. Both shows start at

Lakes and Corwin M. Nixon Parks.

ing refreshments for sale. Famous

7 p.m. Bring your own blankets and

The youth triathlon includes events

Rozzi's Fireworks begin at 10 p.m.

lawn chairs, food and beverages

for kids 10 and up and ages 6–9.

LovelandOH.gov

(non-alcoholic). DeerfieldRec.com

ImagineMason.org

RED, RHYTHM AND BOOM Mason Municipal Campus

Red, Rhythm and Boom will feature Grammy-nominated band Daughtry with an opening performance by

4 LOVELAND INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION

Nisbet Park, Downtown Loveland

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